Standard Test Method for Indentation Hardness of Metallic Materials by Comparison Hardness Testers

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Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

11-01-2019

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This test method covers the determination of indentation hardness of metallic materials using comparison hardness testers.

1.2This test method applies only to those portable comparison hardness testers that use test bars that have been standardized according to Test Method E10 as a basis for comparison.

1.3Calibration of test bars, used for comparison to determine hardness numbers, is also covered by this test method.

1.4The impression force used during comparison hardness testing is normally an impact load applied by striking a hammer on the appropriate areas as outlined in the manufacturer's instructions.

1.5The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.6This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.7This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee	A 01
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	4
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM A 833 : 2017

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